“I don’t understand why this story has gotten so much traction,” Rosenhaus said. “There are dozens of players around the NFL who aren’t playing because they are injured and coming back from surgery. And in Rob’s case, this is really straightforward. Up to this point, he hasn’t been cleared to play in a game. He has not been cleared by Dr. (James) Andrews, who is the supervising doctor.”

Gronkowski has had four surgeries on his left forearm since November. He also underwent a procedure on his back during the offseason.

The status of Gronkowski has been high drama in New England. But Jets coach Rex Ryan said his team was preparing as if Gronk would be around for their Week 7 rematch with the Patriots.

“That’s the way you go in, assuming he’s going to play,” Ryan said. “You certainly have to be ready for him specifically.”

Oh good grief… MT @shalisemyoung: asked about Gronkowski being cleared, BB says team will release injury report at the end of the day